"EMS Associate Instructor (G0012)"

Brightpoint Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education and is the third largest of Virginia’s 23 community colleges. The college is located within the Greater Richmond metropolitan area. It serves students and the community at its two campuses, in Chester and Midlothian; online; and in locations throughout its service area. Brightpoint Community College’s mission is to provide quality educational opportunities that inspire student success and community vitality. It envisions a success story for every student.

Brightpoint Community College offers a robust benefits package, including:

• State of Virginia employee benefits
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• Choice of Virginia Retirement System (VRS) participation or ORP Optional Retirement Plan participation
• Paid holidays including sick leave and personal days
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuous Learning Programs and Educational Assistance Programs
• Access to wellness resources and employee assistance programs

Brightpoint is seeking qualified individuals to apply for the EMS Associate Instructor position to provide on-campus delivery of instruction at both the Chester and Midlothian campuses, with limited opportunity for online instruction. Assigned courses include primarily daytime and evening on-campus sections, at the Chester and Midlothian campuses. The Associate Instructor will teach the equivalent of 39-42 credits per academic year. There are no formal student advising or committee responsibilities. The Associate Instructor role is a restricted 9-month teaching position with salary and benefits.

KSA’s/Required Qualifications:
Candidate must be a certified Paramedic with a minimum of two (2) years of field experience at that level. Applicants should hold an Associate’s degree or higher in EMS or a related field from a regionally accredited institution. Prior teaching experience in EMS is required and preference will be given to those who have Education Coordinator credentials. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, a commitment to student success, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team are essential. The ideal candidate will understand and support the mission of the community college system and be flexible in teaching day, evening, weekend, hybrid, and online classes across various campus locations. A successful background check is required.

Additional Considerations:
Education Coordinator; AHA and NAEMT Instructor Certifications.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Acceptable application packages are those submitted through the VCCS career website located at https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/92415.

REQUIRED: A fully completed state application, cover letter, resume/CV, all unofficial transcripts, and a list of three reference.

There is a limit on the number and size attachments that can be uploaded with the application. Documents that are unable to be uploaded in the career website should be sent via email to facultyjobs@brightpoint.edu immediately after successfully applying to the position. Please do not submit the same document in the system and by email.

Background Check Statement Disclaimer: The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO STATEMENT: The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.